Intensive Special Education teacher

Raymond C. LaPerche Elementary; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Raymond C. LaPerche Elementary School in Smithfield, RI is seeking a permanent Intensive Special Education Teacher to join our dedicated team. The position starts immediately and requires RI certification in Special Education for students with intellectual disabilities.

You will collaborate with paraprofessionals, analyze data to inform instruction, and work with families and outside agencies to ensure students with disabilities receive effective instruction and supports.

Qualifications

• RIDE certification in Teacher of students with intellectual disabilities

Responsibilities

• Provides instruction and support to a class of 4 students in collaboration with paraprofessionals and specialized support professionals.
• Develops, coordinates and implements curriculum that aligns with the Essential Elements for ELA & Math
• Collects, analyzes and prepares data to inform instruction and share with colleagues and parents
• Works collaboratively as part of the special education team.
• Demonstrates and models best practices in students with intellectual disabilities
• Collaborates with outside agencies, school personnel and parents for the purpose of identification of students having a disability.

Job description

Smithfield Public Schools Raymond C. LaPerche Elementary - Smithfield, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Intensive Special Education teacher

This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board

Job Details

Job ID: 5908751

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 31, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Permanent Intensive Special Education Teacher position available at Raymond C. LaPerche Elementary School.

QUALIFICATIONS

RIDE certification in Teacher of students with intellectual disabilities

NEA UNION POSITION

REPORTS TO

Building Principal

Director of Special Education

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides instruction and support to a class of 4 students in collaboration with paraprofessionals and specialized support professionals.
• Develops, coordinates and implements curriculum that aligns with the Essential Elements for ELA & Math
• Collects, analyzes and prepares data to inform instruction and share with colleagues and parents
• Works collaboratively as part of the special education team.
• Demonstrates and models best practices in students with intellectual disabilities
• Collaborates with outside agencies, school personnel and parents for the purpose of identification of students having a disability.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Multiple Disabilities

Welcome to Raymond C. LaPerche Elementary

Raymond C. LaPerche is a kindergarten through grade five elementary school in Smithfield, Rhode Island. In addition to the general education program, LaPerche also includes an intensive special education and intensive resource elementary level programs for the district. LaPerche faculty and staff strive to create an environment where every member of the school community is fully accepted and included as he or she reaches full potential both academically and socially. Our faculty work with our families to build strong relationships that support and enrich the lives of our students.Our school motto of Respectful, Caring, Leaders...Succeed aligns with the school focus of leadership. Student leadership is paramount at LaPerche and is on display in every area of the school. From the 5th grade safety patrol to the 4th grade recycling teams to the student-run unified field, LaPerche students support, inspire, and challenge each other and themselves as they work towards our district promise: Our Promise: Every student will be prepared for continued learning, career, and life.LaPerche faculty and staff believe in the importance of a growth mindset and continue to create and implement dynamic lessons based on current research and best practices. We work daily to instill that mindset in our students.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Julie Dorsey , Principal
• 11 Limerock Road
• Smithfield, Rhode Island 02917
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]